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Perez to Drive 2023 Ferrari at Imola in November as Cadillac Rehearses for 2026

The TPC outing serves as an operations drill for Cadillac ahead of its first 2026 chassis appearing at pre-season testing.

Overview

  • Sergio Perez confirmed in Mexico City that he will run a Ferrari SF-23 at Imola in November under Testing of Previous Cars rules.
  • RacingNews365 reports the plan is for a two-day session designed to give mechanics and engineers live-track practice.
  • Cadillac’s own car is not due on track until pre-season testing in late January, with Ferrari supplying power units for 2026.
  • Perez has been preparing with simulator work and visits to Cadillac’s Charlotte base and the Silverstone facility to integrate with engineers.
  • Valtteri Bottas is expected to join the team, and he says Mercedes has been supportive of limited early transition activities.